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School ramps up AED count on campus
November 20, 2024
Students listen to Natasha Schatzman’s presentation in the student center on Nov. 15.
NASA aerospace engineer shares research in aeromechanics and aeroacoustics
November 20, 2024
Acting superintendent Heath Rocha speaks during the Nov. 12 board meeting.
New concerns arise over former superintendent Sanderson’s 2022 hiring
November 20, 2024
The flyer for this year’s Winter Formal hangs up around school and is posted on social media.
Tickets for Winter Formal sell out before purchase window closes
November 20, 2024
Saratoga Team 1, senior Alan Lu, junior Lawson Wang, sophomores Andy Lu and Seabert Mao, senior Skyler Mao and sophomore Vivian Zhong (left to right), hold their 3rd place trophy.
Math club places third at Berkeley tournament
November 17, 2024
Actress Naomi Scott playing Skye Riley brings to life a terrifying transformation through subtle changes.
‘Smile 2’ mixes traditional jump scare and psychological horror
November 20, 2024
BASIC officers at a boba fundraiser on Oct. 2.
BASIC club emphasizes youth action on humanitarian aid
November 18, 2024
The U.S., China and Taiwan, among other nations, are engaged in one of the fastest-growing tech races in history to develop and produce the best semiconductors and AI.
The U.S. is playing catchup in the semiconductor race. Is it too late to win?
November 12, 2024
Highlights of freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors dances during Homecoming week from Oct. 14-19.
Behind the scenes: Meet the choreographers who brought the Homecoming dance to life
November 2, 2024
Students gather around the table at the top of the quad steps during the voter registration drive on Sept. 25.
Revived Democracy Matters club kicks off the school year with successful election events
October 30, 2024
Senior Saira Ramakrishnan pitches for the Saratoga Falcons.
Senior softball player commits to University of Rochester
November 20, 2024
The team gathered around a fire during their retreat to enjoy s’mores and build team chemistry.
Girls’ basketball team aims to build winning culture in pre-season after eye-opening retreat
November 20, 2024
Recap of fall sports.
Fall Sports Recap: Toga teams fight hard to the end
November 16, 2024
The girls’ tennis team poses for a group photo.
Girls’ tennis finishes the regular season with a solid victory
November 16, 2024
Mascots and volunteers cheering runners on as they cross the finish line.
Saratoga 5K Fun Run: a blend of community and competition
November 13, 2024
Cigarette packaging should depict frightening images on the front and sides, clearly communicating the consequences of smoking.
Cigarette packaging needs to be more graphic in its dire warnings
November 15, 2024
Journalism labor unions have firmly opposed the bill, calling it a “shakedown.”
‘Undemocratic’ deal reached between Google and California news outlets
November 7, 2024
Test dates make or break our vacation
The bliss and benefits of having tests before breaks
October 31, 2024
Here’s why you should vote against Prop 34.
Prop 34’s devious methods target non-profits
October 30, 2024
Please let me understand my mistakes.
100-word rant: Let me use the answer key to check my work
October 28, 2024
Personally, I really need some noodle slippers.
My 8-year-old self would be sad to see ‘5-Minute Crafts’ go — but I’m not
November 20, 2024
A hearty stew such as a beef bourguignon is perfect for a cold winter day.
Winter break bucket list: cooking galore
November 18, 2024
Don’t hate until you try it.
Top 10: weirdly good food combos that might get you flamed
November 16, 2024
A girl cries as she realizes her wallet is empty.
Resisting the urge to splurge: regulating money spent on lunchtime outings
November 11, 2024
The seating chart is often like a game of Russian Roulette, you either sit next to your best friend or next to your ex.
Top 10: Reasons to request a seat change
November 5, 2024

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All content by Saniha Shankar

“Don’t You Forget about Me” prom planning coming to a close

Saniha Shankar
May 10, 2010

Saratoga’s Got Talent

Olivia Chock and Saniha Shankar
April 2, 2010

Debate team offers guidance to younger kids

Saniha Shankar and Abhi Venkataramana
February 24, 2010

Cart Creations spice up lunch menu

Lillian Chen and Saniha Shankar
February 22, 2010

Mock trial season comes to a close

Saniha Shankar
February 22, 2010

Proposed schedule that would end first semester before winter break seems to be popular

Saniha Shankar
February 6, 2010
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2006 SHS alumnus wins Rhodes Scholarship—the 4th grad to win in 10 years

Saniha Shankar and Christine Tseng
December 15, 2009
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As college application season ends, 72 seniors await early decisions from their dream schools

Saniha Shankar and Olivia Chock
December 4, 2009

More light needs to be shined in recommendation process

Staff editorial: Anoop Galivanche, Saniha Shankar, Uttara Sivaram, Abhi Venkataramana, and Jason Wu
November 4, 2009

Speech and debate: Novice tournament yields promising results

Saniha Shankar and Abhishek Venkataramana
October 30, 2009

Mock trial team selected

Saniha Shankar and Abhi Venkataramana
October 30, 2009

Celebratory breakfast hosted for National Merit Scholars

Saniha Shankar
October 21, 2009

School’s API score climbs by 5 points

Saniha Shankar and Mac Hyde
October 16, 2009

Speech and debate starts coming together

Saniha Shankar and Abhishek Venkataramana
September 16, 2009

Seniors to take finals early

Saniha Shankar
May 12, 2009

Torrens’ class takes new approaches

Saniha Shankar
March 19, 2009

Saratoga becomes “Distinguished”

Saniha Shankar and Kavya Nagarajan
March 18, 2009

Speech and debate competes at State Qualifiers

Emily Chen and Saniha Shankar
March 10, 2009

Mock Trial season comes to a close

Pia Mishra and Saniha Shankar
March 10, 2009

Speech and debate competes at Stanford

Abhishek Venkataramana and Saniha Shankar
February 12, 2009

Mock Trial competes in Santa Clara competition

Abhishek Venkataramana and Saniha Shankar
February 12, 2009

Mock Trial competes at first scrimmage

Abhishek Venkataramana and Saniha Shankar
January 23, 2009

Freshmen thrive in speech and debate

Emily Chen and Saniha Shankar
January 22, 2009
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Seniors change Facebook names to avoid college check-ups

Saniha Shankar and Brian Tsai
January 22, 2009

Novices shine at Milpitas Tournament

Emily Chen and Saniha Shankar
December 12, 2008

Speech and debate: Novices shine at Milpitas tournament

Saniha Shankar and Emily Chen
December 5, 2008
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Page releases third CD

Saniha Shankar
November 21, 2008

GATE program undergoes changes

Synthia Ling and Saniha Shankar
November 20, 2008

Mock elections draw parallel to real elections

Synthia Ling and Saniha Shankar
November 18, 2008

Speech and debate team kicks off season

Emily Chen and Saniha Shankar
October 21, 2008

Mock Trial team holds tryouts for 2008 season

Saniha Shankar
October 16, 2008

New Facebook layout confuses teens

Saniha Shankar and Tim Rollinson
October 15, 2008

Don’t mess with Texas: guns in school

Shannon Galvin and Saniha Shankar
October 13, 2008

Saratoga experiences 25-point API score increase

Saniha Shankar and Andy Tsao
September 22, 2008

English teacher steps up as Speech and Debate Head Coach

Abhishek Venkatarmana and Saniha Shankar
September 17, 2008

School now using video cameras in parking lots, football field.

Vijay Menon and Saniha Shankar
September 15, 2008

Exaggeration on college applications preventable

Saniha Shankar
May 29, 2008

STAR affects community and student future

Saniha Shankar
May 19, 2008

Bombay in the Bay celebrates Indian culture

Aditi Jayaraman and Saniha Shankar
April 4, 2008

Court of dreams: Basketball coach Mike Davey plans for full outdoor court

Aditi Jayaraman and Saniha Shankar
April 3, 2008
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